ADHESION OF STATES, PEOPLES AND ETHNIC MINORITIES

Confederation of Humanitarian Nations (CNU)

International Representative Authority for Cooperation and Human Rights
Email: generalsegretary@u-hn.org
Website: www.cnuhrd.org

1. General Principle

Admission to the Confederation of Humanitarian Nations (CNU) is open to States, Peoples, and Ethnic or Cultural Communities that share the principles of:

  • peace and international cooperation,

  • protection of human rights,

  • respect for legality and cultural diversity,

  • nonviolence and inter-communal dialogue.

The goal of adhesion is not political separation, but constructive participation in the international community, in full compliance with existing treaties and the territorial integrity of States.

2. Categories of Admission

According to Articles 6 and following of the CNU Statute, the following entities may apply for admission:

  1. Recognized States and Governments wishing to cooperate in humanitarian, educational, or human-rights programs.

  2. Peoples, Nations, or Self-Determined Communities demonstrating a consolidated historical and cultural identity, acting lawfully under international law.

  3. Ethnic or Cultural Minorities seeking peaceful protection of linguistic, religious, or territorial rights.

  4. Collective Entities (associations, foundations, community organizations, or purpose trusts) representing such groups.

3. Admission Procedure

Stage Description Competent Authority
1. Submission of the Application The legitimate representative of the People or State formally submits the request to the CNU General Secretariat (via certified email or diplomatic channel). General Secretariat
2. Preliminary Review Formal and documentary verification of admissibility. Court for the Self-Determination of Peoples
3. Diplomatic Inquiry Collection of historical, legal, and cultural evidence; may include field missions or hearings. Court + Department of International Affairs
4. Legal Opinion Preparation of a reasoned report with recommendation for admission or observer status. Court for the Self-Determination of Peoples
5. Deliberation Final vote of the CNU General Assembly based on the proposal submitted by the General Secretariat. General Assembly
6. Registration If approved, the entity is entered in the International Confederative Registry of Peoples and Self-Determined Communities (UARC). General Secretariat

4. Required Documentation

Category of Applicant Mandatory Documentation
People / Historical Nation 1. Founding act or identity manifesto
2. Detailed historical and cultural report
3. List of legitimate representatives
4. Declaration of nonviolence and compliance with international law
5. Proof of ongoing civic, cultural, or humanitarian activity
6. Evidence of existing recognition or cooperation agreements
Ethnic or Cultural Minority 1. Documentation proving origin and composition of the community
2. Plan for linguistic, cultural, or social preservation
3. Internal statute or governance structure
4. Declaration of adherence to CNU principles
Recognized State or Government 1. Verbal Note or official letter from the competent Ministry or Embassy
2. Statement of intent for humanitarian cooperation
3. Reference to applicable national legal framework
Organization or Representative Entity 1. Registered founding act and statute
2. Activity report and mission statement
3. List of governing bodies and members
4. Letter of endorsement from the represented People or Community

5. Possible Outcomes of the Review

  • Confederated Member: Full recognition for Peoples or States meeting all statutory and documentary requirements.

  • Permanent Observer: Partial recognition with right to participate in CNU sessions without voting rights.

  • Deferral or Rejection: Applied when documentation is incomplete or when the request conflicts with international legality or the CNU’s peace principles.

6. Rights and Duties of Recognized Members

Rights:

  • Participation in Assemblies and cooperation programs;

  • Diplomatic and documentary protection through the CNU network;

  • Publication of an official dossier in the International Confederative Registry;

  • Access to thematic working groups and HRD (Human Rights Defenders) training.

Duties:

  • Compliance with the CNU Statute and Regulations;

  • Financial contribution (Base and Variable Quotas, Art. 16 – Economic Regulation);

  • Nonviolent and cooperative conduct;

  • Annual submission of an activity report to the Secretariat.

7. Safeguard of Legality and International Order

The CNU upholds the right to self-determination only when exercised in accordance with:

  • Nonviolence and international legality,

  • Respect for State sovereignty and territorial integrity,

  • Cultural and historical authenticity of the applying People,

  • Absence of separatist or conflictual intent,

  • Transparency and good faith in the presentation of all documentation.

Each admission is validated through a multilateral and evidence-based process to prevent arbitrary or opportunistic self-determination claims.